1999 Ford Contour vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 282 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Contour | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
